Overview & Reviews

The Boxster is significantly updated for 2005. Notable changes include more power for both models, new manual transmissions and a restyled exterior with larger front and side air intakes, a new headlamp treatment, revised door sills and larger side windows. The brakes have been upgraded, stability control is now standard across the board and head-protecting side airbags have been added.

• Supreme handling characteristics, pinpoint steering, plenty of usable power especially in "S" model, usable cargo compartment, fast power top operation.

User Reviews:

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  Jawdropper - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By WECoyote71 - December 8 - 12:10 am

  This is a fantastically designed ride with one-of-a-kind racecar-like power and handling. The 05 refresh augments the beautiful lines of the classic Porsche and carries those design elements into the interior cabin.

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  Excellent Upgrades to a Sweet Ride - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Bonzai - June 18 - 5:36 am

  With the upgrades made to the new 2005 Boxster S, Porsche has made a great car a truly excellent car. The balance and handling of this car is spectacular. Although horsepower is lower than some rivals (i.e a Corvette), the engine is super smooth and pulls really well through most of the rpm range, doing 0-60 in 5.0 seconds. The interior finishing is much better, and the exterior makes the car look a lot more muscular. If I lived in an area with lots of straight, open roads, I might be tempted by a 400+ horsepower car. However, I live in an area with lots of winding mountain roads and wouldnt choose anything different. The Elise would handle as well but is too unrefined to drive every day.

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  The Best All Around Sports Car, Period! - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By B Pon - November 26 - 7:06 pm

  After one year, my 2005 Porsche Boxster has been nothing but pure pleasure. It is amazingly fun to drive.

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  2005 boxter s (bought used with 5700 mi) - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Russ - October 10 - 7:16 am

  I have been looking and test driving cars for 9 months (long time I know ). Drove vette 5 times, boxster and caymen about 5 times, 911s 3 times, z4, viper etc. The boxster was my favorite bar none (like it more then 911 s) but still couldnt pull the trigger. Well I finally purchased one and my goodness I couldnt be happier. This car is absolutely awesome in every way. It eats curves, the engine sound is better then music, and the build quality is outstanding. The fact that you can stay below 50 mph and have a blast is a big plus also (I dont think you can do that in a viper or vette as they require more room to make you smile IMHO)!

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  Its a wonderful car! - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By T L Weiss - November 11 - 2:20 am

  I could not imagine my life with out it! I thought my Audi TT was great and before that my BMW but I drove my Boxster cross country in the winter into the northeast and it was a delight!

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  A dream come true... - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Harrison - July 19 - 10:43 am

  I love this car. I had a problem with the heating vent directors breaking. 2 of them broke in normal use. The dealer replaced them. They are fine now. My only complaint - the clothes hanger hooks on the back of the seats are so shallow in depth that you cannot get even one hanger on them. They are totally useless. This is a design oversight that needs attention. Other than that...well, the windstop does rattle a bit, which others have mentioned. Indeed, it could fit more snuggly. But hey, this is such a fun car to drive! Everytime I get in, put the top down, crank the tunes on the Bose system (excellent!) it is like a mini vacation. The 05 model is a huge improvement over previous models.

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  A REAL Sports Car - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By C. Blackman - Texas - June 11 - 10:20 am

  The new Porsche Boxster is their "BEST TO DATE" sports car. Previous models have been fine, but this car is way outstanding. Fast, Fun to drive, quiet with the top down and you can drop the top while you are driving under 30 mph. I have had the car for two weeks and it "turns heads." Bose stereo is great. Terrific "Ice cold" air conditioner (a must for Texas). Interior finish work is as fine as Mercedes; very well laid out instrumentation, etc. I checked out several convertibles and this car was the best all around car.

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  New 2005 Boxster - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By fungfucius - February 8 - 4:30 pm

  I ordered my 2005 Porsche Bosxter with no extras at all; only the most basic car: 5-speed manual, and red in color. Absolutely no complaint. The sound of the engine is gorgeous. The basic car is already good enough as it includes the stability control (an option in the 2004), an on board computer, and the crusie control. Ive had a Mercedes, a BMW, and this is my first Porsche. Each time, ive been very satisfied with the sales person (however, I hated the Mercedes SLK!)

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  Simply the Best - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By todd - October 4 - 1:40 pm

  I have a VW Touareg, an Audi TT and a 03 Porsche Carrera and the new Boxster is the most fun to drive and the best of the lot. The fun of the TT Roadster with the legendary Porsche quality and performance. Its like I mated my Carrera and my TT and the 05 Boxster S was Born!

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  Boxster S is a Blast - 2005 Porsche Boxster
  By Henry - July 21 - 1:30 am

  Looked at Z4 and even the new 911, but I thought the Boxster had the best styling. New 280 HP engine just rips and mid-engine design make handling world-class. Seats are very comfy, the automatic top (with glass rear window) is awesome. Boxster used to remind of SLK--a bit of a girls car. No more--new Boxster is one of the worlds best sports cars.